Ahmed Ashraf
Three Indian nationals to be deported following Artificial Beach altercation
Maldives Immigration has announced plans to deport three Indian nationals involved in a violent altercation at Artificial Beach…
Education Minister advocates for balanced extracurricular activities in Schools
Education Minister Dr. Ismail Shafeeu has urged schools to organize extracurricular activities in a manner that does not…
New species of Perchlet discovered in Maldives mesophotic coral ecosystem
A team of marine biologists has identified a new species of perchlet, Plectranthias raki, in the mesophotic coral…
Maafaru Airport sees surge in private Jet landings post-runway expansion
Maafaru International Airport, managed by Island Aviation Services Limited (IASL), reported a significant increase in private jet traffic…
Theft tops crime reports in early 2025, Police data reveals
In the initial weeks of 2025, theft has emerged as the most frequently reported crime in the Maldives,…
MMA estimates $40 million conversion under new foreign currency act
The Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) has projected that at least $40 million will be converted to local banks…
Three Indian Nationals Arrested Following Altercation at Malé’s Artificial Beach
In a recent incident at Malé's Artificial Beach, three Indian nationals were apprehended by local authorities following a…
TikTok’s time’s up: Supreme Court enforces app sale or U.S. ban
In a unanimous decision on Friday, the U.S. Supreme Court upheld a federal law requiring TikTok's Chinese parent…
EPA issues stern warning against Stingray feeding practices
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of the Maldives has raised alarms over the increasing practice of feeding rays,…
President Muizzu concludes historic visit to Estonia
President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has successfully concluded his official visit to the Republic of Estonia, marking the first…
Teacher Suspended Over Alleged Abuse of Special Needs Student in Malé
Mihaaru, a local newspaper, has reported that the Ministry of Education has suspended a teacher and referred the…
UK Delays Historic Chagos Islands Deal for Trump Administration Review
As reported by BBC, the UK’s agreement to cede sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, while maintaining…
Maldives to See Clearer Skies Next Week, MET Office Forecasts
The Maldives Meteorological Service (MET Office) has predicted an improvement in weather conditions across most of the country…
Membership Fraud Crisis: ECM Reforms Registration System with eFaas Rollout
The Elections Commission of the Maldives (ECM) has announced its decision to halt the use of its 'Simedha…
President Muizzu Applauds Gaza Ceasefire, Calls for Global Support in Reconstruction Efforts
President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has expressed strong support for the recently established ceasefire in Gaza, which concludes 15…